Lot 39

Frank Wesson Second Type Two Trigger .22 Rifle

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,750

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Included in this lot is a Frank Wesson second type .22 caliber two trigger rifle. These rifles were manufactured circa 1863/64 to 1875/76. This is a Second Type two trigger sporting rifle chambered in .22 caliber. An estimated 7,500 Second Type Rifles were manufactured by Frank Wesson of Worcester, Massachusetts. The Second Type features include the slotted link on the left side of the barrel and frame and a manually operated ejector on the right side of the barrel breech. The rifle has a 23" long octagonal barrel with a blade front sight and intact rear sight. The top of the barrel is marked "F. WESSON WORCESTER MASS/PAT'D OCT 25 1859 & NOV 11 1862". The barrel, receiver, and crescent buttstock all show evidence of the original factory bluing. The straight grain walnut stock shows good condition and signs of use, evidence of its age. Serial Number: 3196. This firearm qualifies as an Antique and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.